Head - Human Resources - Manufacturing/FMCG

Head HR at Sierra Leone

Description:

- MBA-HR with 15 to 20 yrs experience in manufacturing industries. (Pref. Edible Oil manufacturing or FMCG Manufacturing)

Strategic HR & Leadership

- Design and implement HR strategies aligned with business and plant objectives

- Act as a key advisor to the MD/CEO on people strategy and organizational development

- Establish robust HR systems, policies, and governance from ground level

Talent Acquisition & Manpower Planning

- Lead recruitment for plant operations, engineering, quality, logistics, and support roles

- Manage local workforce hiring in Sierra Leone and Indian expatriate recruitment

- Build vendor networks for local manpower and contract labor

Manufacturing HR Operations

- Oversee shop-floor HR operations including shifts, attendance, leaves, and productivity

- Implement HR policies for factory workers, staff, and contract labor

- Support plant management in driving safety, discipline, and performance culture

Compensation, Payroll & Benefits

- Design and administer compensation structures for local employees and expatriates

- Supervise payroll processing, benefits, and statutory payments

- Ensure cost-effective HR budgeting and salary benchmarking

Performance Management & Training

- Drive performance management systems, KPIs, and annual appraisals

- Identify training needs and implement technical, behavioral, and safety programs

- Promote leadership development and succession planning

Expatriate & Administration Management

- Manage end-to-end expatriate lifecycle: visas, work permits, FRRO-equivalent compliance, housing, travel

- Oversee HR administration, employee welfare, and coordination with admin & facilities

- Facilitate cultural integration between Indian expats and local workforce